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TX
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- And historically high infusions to the state budget from federal funds that were authorized by Congress
- Uh, yes, sir, I believe I'm going off memory here, but I believe that was in 2019.
TX
MN
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- Her leadership was integral to this body, and her memory lives on through our work toward a better state
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MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
Press Conference: DFL Media Availability on Federal Impacts - 09/09/25
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has budget perspective what the Congress has budget perspective what the Congress - I don't really understand how the Congress could have taken this action.
- I don't understand how our Republican members of Congress have taken this action.
- don't really understand how the Congress don't really understand how the Congress could<00:07:45.039
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It Congress have taken this action. It Congress have taken this action.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, July 3, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
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- seen during my decade in Congress. seen during my decade in Congress.
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US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the President's 2025 trade policy agenda. Apr 8th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Finance Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- And he said, and I quote, For too long, Congress Congress has delegated its clear authority to regulate
- He wants to reassert Congress. is constitutional role and ensure Congress has a voice in trade policy
- Congress delegated. allowed him to take this action. But Mr.
- He can make recommendations to Congress, that's for sure.
- He has to give reports to Congress.
Keywords:
tariffs, Trump administration, economy, public testimony, trade policy, market access, export controls
Summary:
The meeting focused on various significant topics concerning the recent tariff policies and their wide-ranging implications on the American economy. Members expressed their concerns regarding the negative impact of increased tariffs as proposed by the Trump administration, with specific emphasis on how families might suffer from higher costs and market access issues. The discussion was lively, with members questioning the clarity of the tariff plan and raising concerns about its potential effects on small businesses and American exports.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine big fixes for big tech. Apr 1st, 2025 at 01:30 pm
Competition Policy, Antitrust, and Consumer Rights Subcommittee
Transcript Highlights:
- Now, under a new Congress and a new administration, the time has of course come for Congress to If we
- That's why we need Congress.
- Momentum in the courts, however, is no reason for Congress to slow down.
- This is where Congress comes in.
- Congress has done this before.
Keywords:
antitrust, competition policy, digital advertising, monopoly, America Act, big tech, consumer rights
Summary:
The meeting, titled 'Big Fixes, Big Tech', marked the first hearing of the Senate antitrust competition policy and consumer rights subcommittee in the 119th Congress. Chairman Lee opened the session focusing on the urgent need for effective solutions regarding anti-competitive behavior among major tech firms like Google and Facebook, highlighting several ongoing court cases regarding monopolistic practices in the digital advertising and search markets. Key discussions included the limitations imposed on small businesses and innovation due to the dominance of these tech giants, with many testimonies advocating for stronger legislative measures, including the America Act. The act aims to disrupt the monopolistic capabilities of these firms and restore competitive integrity in the marketplace, which has suffered under their oppressive market control.
AL
Alabama 2026 1st Special Session
Alabama House Constitution, Campaigns and Elections Committee Mar 4th, 2026
Constitution, Campaigns and Elections
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- apply to Congress to call a convention. apply to Congress to call a convention.
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shall Article five says that Congress shall Article five says that Congress - They can go to Congress, request a convention, and yes, Congress does call it.
- Congress then calls a convention.
- runway convention is that that Congress runway convention is that that Congress amends<00:52:19.040
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tax distribution, Talladega County, economic development, public safety, rural infrastructure, HB443, Underground Damage Prevention Program, One-Call Notification System, 811, utility locate, dig law, excavation safety, damage prevention, underground utilities, pipeline safety, public utilities, buried facilities, excavation notice, demolition notice, Alabama Public Service Commission
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Business meeting to markup an original concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2025 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2026 through 2034. Feb 12th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Senate Budget
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- And he's not just doing it without Congress; he is doing it in spite of what Congress is doing.
- Now, Congress used to make bipartisan progress on Medicaid.
- Congress needs a reliable partner.
- Congress holds the powers of the purse.
- That did not pass Congress.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, January 14, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Let me be clear: the work begins right now in Congress.
- We don’t need adults in Congress making things worse.
- We don’t need adults in Congress making things worse.
- <02:29:10.359>
to the American people gave congress to the American people gave congress to - <03:10:12.040>
I basic rights and safety in Congress I basic rights and safety in Congress
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
02/16/2026 - Senate Military Affairs and Border Security
Military Affairs and Border Security
Transcript Highlights:
- And to date, nobody has been willing to point to any statutory... ...Congress, once Congress appropriates
- Congress controls the purse strings.
- , once Congress appropriates the money, there is nobody that can change that.
- Congress controls the purse strings.
- Congress says so.
Keywords:
National Guard, active duty, combat, Arizona, declaration of war, state law, military service, property tax, exemptions, veterans, disabilities, widows and widowers, Arizona Revised Statutes, immigration enforcement, local law enforcement, federal cooperation, law enforcement training, public safety, military affairs, funding
Summary:
The committee first approved the February 9, 2026 minutes and then took up Senate Bill 1618, which would restructure the Military Affairs Commission by changing membership, adding defense and industry expertise, expanding advisory roles, requiring more frequent meetings, and directing the commission to focus on sustaining and attracting military missions and defense-related economic activity. After testimony in support from the Southwest Mission Acceleration Center and a DEMA representative, the committee adopted the Gowan amendment and gave SB 1618 a do-pass recommendation by a 6-1 vote.
The committee then heard Senate Bill 1047, the “Defend the Guard” bill, which would bar Arizona National Guard members from being sent into active-duty combat overseas unless Congress has declared war or otherwise expressly authorized the action. Supporters, including veterans and activists, argued it would restore constitutional limits and protect Guard members from unauthorized wars; opponents warned it could harm Guard readiness, federal funding, and the Guard’s role in state missions. After extended debate, the committee passed SB 1047 on a 4-3 vote.
Next, Senate Bill 1474 was heard, which would require state and local law enforcement to cooperate with federal immigration authorities, prohibit restrictions on such cooperation, and require sheriff’s offices to enter 287(g) agreements under the amendment. The bill drew strong opposition from clergy and community members who argued it would increase fear, racial profiling, and unfunded mandates, while supporters said it would improve cooperation and public safety. The committee adopted the amendment and gave SB 1474 a do-pass recommendation by a 4-3 vote.
The committee also considered Senate Bill 1620, which would revise the Arizona Space Commission by reducing governor appointments, adding the lieutenant governor as chair, and making legislative and executive leaders nonvoting advisory members. The sponsor said the changes would better align the commission with Arizona’s growing aerospace and space interests. The bill received a do-pass recommendation on a 5-1 vote. Finally, the committee began consideration of Senate Bill 1365, which would remove the income cap for the property tax exemption available to disabled veterans on their primary residence; discussion focused on the fairness of eliminating the cap, and the committee moved to adopt the strike-everything amendment before the transcript cuts off.
MD
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- Um, before we go on to the next calendar, actually if we could ask the two Congress people if they wanted
- our wonderful former senator." actually if we could ask the two actually if we could ask the two Congress
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Summary:
The Senate reconvened with a quorum and first honored Nancy Crawford with a resolution recognizing her 46 years of state service, including 20 years as Senator Pam Beidle’s chief of staff. Senator Beidle then spoke at length about her own retirement plans and public service, reflecting on her career in the House and Senate, her work on the Finance Committee, and thanking her staff and colleagues. The chamber unanimously journalized the remarks.
The Senate then moved into business on House and Senate messages, including House Bill 139 and Senate Bill 311, and adopted a conference committee report on House Bill 1532, the Utility Relief/Reducing Energy Load for Inflation measure. The report was described as a broad energy and utility package that had already passed the Senate 38-4 and was said to address short-, medium-, and long-term issues, including rate relief, in-state generation, data center policy, consumer transparency, and low-income utility assistance.
During debate on the conference report, the majority leader explained several changes from prior versions: no legislative ban on forecast test years, instead deferring to the Public Service Commission; removal of gas programs from Empower to avoid inequities across service territories; modest opening of the retail supply market with guardrails; and rejection of some floor amendments, including a gas line extension provision and a study amendment. The minority leader argued the bill offered only limited relief, focused too much on talking points and short-term savings, and said many bipartisan amendments were not retained. The majority leader responded that the bill would save ratepayers real dollars through provisions on utility adders, executive bonuses, FERC-related returns, and new generation, and urged adoption of the conference report.
TX
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- What started this, I believe, at least in modern times, was when Congress passed the Agricultural Improvement
- And it's like, well, really, Congress sort of put the ball in play.
- I testified before Congress in March along with our National Commander-in-Chief on this very issue.
- Congress is very proud of this category.
- Can someone refresh my memory?
Bills:
HB5
US
Transcript Highlights:
- All of this is to say, I've worked extensively in both Congress and the Department of Justice, and I
- And is there a role for Congress to play in ending the practice? Thank you Mr.
- Supreme Court, but vests in Congress the authority to ordain and establish the lower courts.
- I do believe Congress needs to act here.
- So the Congress.
Keywords:
John Eisenberg, assistant attorney general, national security, China Initiative, Department of Justice, judicial authority, executive actions, nomination hearing
Summary:
The committee meeting primarily involved discussions around key nominations and pressing legal issues pertaining to the Department of Justice. Notable discussions included the nomination of John Eisenberg for assistant attorney general for national security, where concerns over the revival of the China Initiative were raised. Senators expressed significant apprehensions regarding previous actions taken under this initiative and its implications for national security. Additionally, there were critiques of the broader implications of executive actions that challenge judicial authority, aligning with ongoing dialogues about the integrity of the judiciary and executive oversight.
MN
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- We have a citizen Congress.
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to Constitution you're asking Congress to Constitution you're asking Congress - Congress he the longest sabatical from Congress he served<01:16:01.880>
in <01:16:02.080>Congress - <01:16:02.360>
in served in Congress in served in Congress in 1970s<01:16:04.120>I - Does that mean Congress will act?
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, April 2, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
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- You're now members of the<00:11:02.640>
119th <00:11:03.360>Congress. - , President Trump in the in Congress, President Trump in the White<00:12:47.519>
House, <00:12: - It is a metal seal that says member of Congress.
- It is a metal seal that says member<00:17:17.760>
of <00:17:17.919>Congress. - member of Congress. member of Congress.
WY
Wyoming 2026 Regular Session
House Minerals, Business & Economic Development Committee, February 23, 2026
Minerals, Business & Economic Development
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- Theirs was just a letter to our representatives in Congress.
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This our representatives in Congress. - This our representatives in Congress.
- uh joint resolution requesting Congress uh joint resolution requesting Congress to<00:04:12.280>
power, <00:45:47.400>of Congress would have some power, of Congress would have some power
Bills:
SJ0001
Keywords:
mineral leasing, federal lands, Wyoming, energy policy, local control, federalism, 916, all
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- Congress decided on this terminology and these thresholds.
- We're simply codifying what Congress did.
- Well, we don't have to rely on Congress if we have the ability to do it now because Congress has given
- You know, in November, Congress finally closed the loophole.
- While we were there, Congress told us it was not a loophole.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Federal Funding Stabilization Subcommittee May 28th, 2025
Federal Funding Stabilization Subcommittee
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- budget reconciliation process is and how that differs from the annual appropriations process that Congress
- Congress tends to look at their deficits and debt as a percentage of their GDP, but just looking at the
- And then once we had a budget surplus, Congress said, Happy days are here again.
- So in the early 1970s, Congress decided it wanted to try to rebalance power.
- I mean, it's like an act of Congress. We're gonna try to change a date or anything.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the nomination of Kashyap Patel, of Nevada, to be Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Department of Justice. Jan 30th, 2025 at 08:30 am
Senate Judiciary
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- After exposing the Reischagate scandal in Congress, Mr.
- Congress, I was subjected to a direct and significant threat on my life.
- This has been an ongoing conversation here in Congress.
- Senator, if confirmed, I will work with Congress.
- The FBI reports to Congress.